2. Julia Roberts, 2014

3. Katharine McPhee, 2013

Katharine McPhee went for a high-fashion look in a plunging black Theyskens' Theory gown, Oroton box clutch, Neil Lane jewelry, and strappy heels. "I live in New York so I thought it would be warm in L.A. but it's freezing!" the Smash actress said.

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4. Thandie Newton, 2013

Thandie Newton worked a flirty Giles Deacon minidress with a strategically placed starburst design on the bodice. Light pink heels gave the futuristic look a soft touch.

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5. Sarah Michelle Gellar, 2012

With help from her 2-year-old daughter, Charlotte, Sarah Michelle Gellar wore a ruffled cobalt and white Monique Lhuillier gown and Jimmy Choo stilettos. "I put out all the choices and I let my daughter pick all of it, Geller said of her look. She added glittering Bulgari bangles and gem drop earrings.

7. Tina Fey, 2010

Tina Fey braved the downpour in a tiered, tea-length Zac Posen design and beribboned Christian Louboutin sandals. Although she received some criticism for her very retro dress, she expressed different (and facetious) concerns about her look. "It's raining a lot," she joked to reporters. "I'm worried that my tattoos are going to start showing. You know, body makeup."

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8. Marisa Tomei, 2009

Marisa Tomei chose unexpected separates to celebrate her second Globes nod. She accessorized her Oscar de la Renta lace blouse and long skirt with a wide lace belt and Neil Lane necklaces.

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9. Rinko Kikuchi, 2007

The Babel nominee opted for an avant-garde lavender confection from Chanel. Her dress's trailing fabric flowers were compared to sea anemones.

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10. Diane Kruger, 2005

A double fashion debut! A near-unknown Diane Kruger got lots of attention in one of the first Marchesa designs. "I loved the dress they made but it was so wrong for that occasion," she told British magazine Stylist. "You could see my bellybutton and everybody else was in long, flowy gowns.

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11. Nicole Kidman, 2004

Nicole Kidman showed some skin in an YSL Rive Gauche by Tom Ford flapper dress with an illusion neckline and coin-sized golden paillettes.

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12. Sarah Jessica Parker, 2003

We can always count on SJP to try something new! The Sex and the City nominee eschewed a more traditional gown in favor of a noir Jurgen Simonsen corset and matching trousers from Dior Homme by Hedi Slimane.

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13. Lara Flynn Boyle, 2003

Lara Flynn Boyle danced onto the red carpet in a custom ballerina-inspired number by L.A. designer David Cardona. "I figured I'm either a prima ballerina or a prima donna-either one," joked the actress. "I love dressing up. And this is a party-there doesn't have to be so much seriousness! Look at the shoes!"

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14. Gwyneth Paltrow, 2000

Who's that girl? Not only did iconic blonde Gwyneth Paltrow go dark for the 2000 awards show, she also went casual with a tailored suit and diamante-decorated backless top by pal Stella McCartney for Chloe.

15. Cameron Diaz, 1999

16. Julia Roberts, 1990

Up-and-comer Julia Roberts flipped the script for her Steel Magnolias Globes win. After browsing the Giorgio Armani atelier with then-beau Kiefer Sutherland, she opted for an oversize men's suit. According to employees of the designer, Roberts was determined to have an outfit as comfortable as her boyfriend's.